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Nite Watches MX10vsVaer Tradition

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What people say

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Nite Watches MX10

Owners widely praise the Nite Watches MX10 for its tritium lume, which provides clear illumination, and its sturdy build for the price. However, some owners find the tritium glow less intense than anticipated, and there are concerns that the black PVD coating is prone to dings and scratches, potentially looking worse than damage on metal. One owner reported significant time loss after nearly a year, with a professional unable to resolve the issue by replacing the battery. Overall, owners rate the Nite Watches MX10 highly for its tritium illumination and solid construction, though the PVD coating and long-term accuracy are points of concern for some.

Vaer Tradition

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tradition for its wearable 36mm size, fitting smaller wrists well and offering a vintage aesthetic. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its excellent finishing, smooth screw-down crown, and bright lume. However, some owners express dissatisfaction with the stainless steel bracelet's end links, finding them awkward, and one owner reported receiving the wrong size watch. A few users noted dust inside their watches, and the single-domed sapphire crystal's reflectivity was a point of criticism for one owner, while another found the "American Assembly" text awkward. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Tradition highly for its vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MX1039mm
Tradition36mm
Power Reserve
MX10
Tradition
Water Resistance
MX10100m
Tradition100m
MSRP
MX10$425
Tradition$179

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
11.6mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Tan

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 715
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$179
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